After reading and re-reading both postings I wonder if the early departure was due to traffic or other navigation issues. A hasty departure might not allow enough time to build up steam for anything...

Oops, that should be web CAM. Guess I got too excited when typing. . .or maybe I just need another cup of coffee. We'll head to the landing shortly with our welcome signs. Our beach is decorated and...

Jim, good point about other suitable boats. I think the Philadelphia Belle f/k/a the Mississippi Belle II is still for sale in Moline, Illinois. She is a former gambling boat and is large enough that...

If someone lives near New Smyrna--or would be willing to travel--it would be a good idea to contact the city and get on the Council's agenda to speak up against the request. I would go if we were not...

We got the southen end of the Galena/Dubuque storm and could not leave the house until 10:15 a.m. due to thunder, lightning and heavy rain. Could not even see the river but noticed that the Twilight...